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Karnataka, Bengaluru weather update: Bangalore to get more rainfall, IMD warns of heavy showers and thunderstorms across state

Karnataka, including Bengaluru, is set for continued rainfall until May 21, with a yellow alert issued for the capital and surrounding areas. Heavy pre-monsoon showers, thunderstorms, and gusty winds are anticipated across the state from May 22. Orange alerts are in effect for several southern districts, warning of heavy rain and potential hailstorms.

The Economic Times 21 May 2026 7:52 am

Congress Party Crisis: Leadership Paralysis and Karnataka Political Battle - Daily Pioneer

Congress Party Crisis: Leadership Paralysis and Karnataka Political Battle Daily Pioneer

Google News 21 May 2026 5:21 am

D.K. Shivakumar Dismisses Leadership Change Speculations in Karnataka

Bengaluru, May 21: D.K. Shivakumar, the Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka, dismissed rumors regarding a leadership change in the state on Wednesday. He questioned why former Cooperation Minister K.N. Rajanna was raising the issue of removing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. Rajannas comments have gained significance as he is a close ally of Siddaramaiah and supports the ... Read more D.K. Shivakumar Dismisses Leadership Change Speculations in Karnataka

Morningstar 21 May 2026 12:42 am

Karnataka Bank Ltd (BOM:532652) Q4 2026 Earnings Call Highlights: Record Profit and Improved ... - Yahoo Finance

Karnataka Bank Ltd (BOM:532652) Q4 2026 Earnings Call Highlights: Record Profit and Improved ... Yahoo Finance

Google News 21 May 2026 12:30 am

Allied healthcare careers promise bright future: Experts

The Times of India 20 May 2026 11:53 pm

Speciality Restaurants launches Siciliana in Bangalore - scanx.trade

Speciality Restaurants launches Siciliana in Bangalore scanx.trade

Google News 20 May 2026 11:27 pm

Cognizant creates tokenised pricing framework for AI era

The Times of India 20 May 2026 11:09 pm

Young lawyer dies of cardiac arrest at court complex

The Times of India 20 May 2026 10:52 pm

Tangadagi faces BJPs ire over irresponsible remarks

The Times of India 20 May 2026 10:50 pm

State food commission conducts surprise inspection in Koppal

The Times of India 20 May 2026 10:49 pm

BJP Yuva Morcha demands action against illegal immigrants

The Times of India 20 May 2026 10:48 pm

Polio drive to cover over 2 lakh children in Dharwad

The Times of India 20 May 2026 10:46 pm

Coastal Karnataka To Get Special Focus For Sericulture Expansion

Sericulture had once been widely practised in the coastal belt until about three decades ago: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 20 May 2026 10:09 pm

Karnataka Banks annual net profit up by 3%

The Hindu 20 May 2026 9:51 pm

Fake Kodagu honey flooding Karnataka markets: Beekeepers

The Times of India 20 May 2026 9:26 pm

Congress has pushed Karnataka from revenue surplus to deficit, alleges Capt. Brijesh Chowta

Only achievement of Siddaramaiah government during past three years is to push progressive Karnataka to the debt trap, says MP

The Hindu 20 May 2026 9:24 pm

Karnataka Government Launches LED Van Campaign to Promote PM Surya Home Scheme

Bengaluru, May 20: The Karnataka Energy Departments Additional Chief Secretary, Gaurav Gupta, inaugurated a state-wide LED mobile van awareness campaign from the Bengaluru Electricity Supply Company office on Wednesday. This initiative aims to promote the Prime Ministers Surya Home Scheme, which provides free electricity and encourages the installation of rooftop solar systems across the state. ... Read more Karnataka Government Launches LED Van Campaign to Promote PM Surya Home Scheme

Morningstar 20 May 2026 9:02 pm

SIR exercise in Mysuru: Officials told to ensure error-free voter rolls

Mysuru Deputy Commissioner G. Lakshmikanth Reddy says no eligible elector should be left out

The Hindu 20 May 2026 8:39 pm

PDA Engineering College to host techno-cultural fest from tomorrow

The festival, Nirman-2026, will be inaugurated at 10 a.m. on Friday at the PDA Auditorium in Kalaburagi

The Hindu 20 May 2026 8:36 pm

Karnataka High Court says jail term alone not enough for parole

Bengaluru: The Karnataka High Court has observed that the duration of imprisonment alone cannot make a convict eligible for parole and dismissed a petition filed by a habitual offender seeking temporary release from prison. The order was passed by a single-judge bench of Justice Sachin Shankar Magadum while hearing a plea filed by convict Ambarish Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 20 May 2026 8:25 pm

Karnataka draws up plan to supply 2.5 tmcft of Cauvery water from Kollegal to Bengalurus industrial areas

Large and Medium Industries Minister M.B. Patil says the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal had allocated 4 tmcft of water for industrial purposes; of this, only 1.37 tmcft is being utilised

The Hindu 20 May 2026 8:19 pm

BJP central observers arrive in Bengaluru for state president selection talks

Bengaluru: Political activity within the Karnataka unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has intensified with the arrival of the first batch of central observers to discuss the appointment of the partys new state president and deliberate on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) issue. Senior BJP leaders, including Shiv Prakash, Baijayant Jay Panda and Dr Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 20 May 2026 8:17 pm

Forest department tightens safari safety norms after Dubare elephant camp tragedy

Bengaluru: In a major move aimed at improving tourist safety in Karnatakas wildlife destinations, Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre has ordered officials to phase out open safari campers and introduce safer enclosed buses in tiger reserves and wildlife sanctuaries across the state. The decision follows the recent death of a tourist woman at Dubare Elephant Camp Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 20 May 2026 8:09 pm

Heritage and unsafe buildings to undergo stability assessment in Mysuru

DC seeks urgent report on dilapidated buildings across the district

The Hindu 20 May 2026 8:03 pm

Rain deficit triggers alarm in Mysuru; DC orders water contingency plan

Mysuru recorded 85 per cent rainfall deficit in April and 24 per cent shortfall in May so far

The Hindu 20 May 2026 7:57 pm

Replace open safarijeeps with safer buses: Khandre

The directions come in the wake of a fatal incident at the Dubare Elephant Camp which claimed the life of a woman tourist.

The Hindu 20 May 2026 7:55 pm

Minister urges Centre to regularise direct Vijayapura-Bengaluru train

He has also sought a change in schedule for a 6 a.m. arrival at both ends

The Hindu 20 May 2026 7:54 pm

BJP MLC A.H. Vishwanath alleges bid to defame him after FIR by Congress leader

Accuses CMs son and MLC Yathindra and his associates of conspiracy; says he will move the High Court seeking quashing of the FIR

The Hindu 20 May 2026 7:47 pm

SIR in Dharwad district from June 30

It follows a direction from the Election Commission of India

The Hindu 20 May 2026 7:41 pm

Meritorious students felicitated at Pratibha Puraskar in Yadgir

MLA Channareddy Patil Tunnur says children of journalists should come to the mainstream by using facilities made available to them

The Hindu 20 May 2026 7:28 pm

Karnataka to End Open Vehicle Safaris in Tiger Reserves

In addition to the stopping open jeep safaris, an ambulance will be kept ready near safari counters to be pressed into service in case of emergency

Deccan Chronicle 20 May 2026 7:09 pm

IO moved, new officer for Pocso case against seer

The Times of India 20 May 2026 7:01 pm

Hescom helplines fail as power cuts drag on

The Times of India 20 May 2026 6:46 pm

Karnataka Grameena Bank gets PFRDA award for Atal Pension Yojana enrolment

KGB enrolled 2,49,185 APY accounts against the DFS/PFRDA target of 1,75,500 accounts, registering an achievement level of 142%, the highest among all banks in Karnataka

The Hindu Businessline 20 May 2026 6:44 pm

Young Man Climbs Power Pole After Girlfriend Refuses Marriage Proposal

Bengaluru, May 20: A young man in Karnataka climbed a power pole on Wednesday after his girlfriend rejected his marriage proposal, causing chaos in the area. The incident occurred in Chinnaiyanpalya village, located on the outskirts of Bengaluru. Somasekhar, the young man involved, had been in a relationship with the woman for the past three ... Read more Young Man Climbs Power Pole After Girlfriend Refuses Marriage Proposal

Morningstar 20 May 2026 6:01 pm

Karnataka state police chief issues guidelines to strengthen engagement with retired personnel

Karnataka DG-IGP M.A. Saleem said that retired officers and staff could significantly contribute to community policing by sharing information related to anti-social activities, drug peddling, smuggling and other unlawful activities in the areas where they reside.

The Hindu 20 May 2026 5:40 pm

Karnataka HC stays FSSAI advisory on use of Ashwagandha in major relief to US-based Kerry Inc, 7 other firms

In a significant decision, the Karnataka High Court has granted temporary relief to eight businesses, including Kerry Inc, putting a hold on a government advisory that limited the use of Ashwagandha leaves in dietary and health products. Previously, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India had barred these leaves and their extracts.

The Economic Times 20 May 2026 5:38 pm

CBSE Three-Language Policy Sparks Row In Karnataka, Students Voice Concerns

CBSE Three-Language Policy: Under the new policy, students are required to study two Indian languages as part of the three-language framework.

NDTV 20 May 2026 5:27 pm

Heatwave intensifies in Delhi, other parts of northern India

New Delhi, May 20: New Delhi and several parts of northern India are witnessing extreme heatwave conditions as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for warm night conditions over Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and the Vidarbha region of Maharashtra. Temperatures in many areas have crossed 45 degrees Celsius, while hot and dry winds have made outdoor conditions extremely harsh. The IMD has warned that severe heatwave conditions are likely to persist over the next few days across northwest and central India, including Delhi, Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana and parts of Jammu and Kashmir. Banda in Uttar Pradesh recorded around 48 degrees Celsius, while several districts in Vidarbha and Madhya Pradesh also reported unusually high day and night temperatures, offering little relief to residents. Health authorities have advised people to avoid direct exposure to sunlight during afternoon hours, remain hydrated and take precautions against heat-related illnesses, particularly children, elderly persons and outdoor workers. The IMD said that heatwave conditions are likely to prevail over Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, southwest Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam, Marathwada and Odisha over the next two days. The Met Department has also predicted thunder squalls accompanied by strong winds over Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Gangetic West Bengal, Jharkhand and Odisha during the day. Jammu and Kashmir, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Sikkim, Interior and Coastal Karnataka, Madhya Maharashtra, Konkan, Goa and the northeastern states are likely to witness thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds. Heatwave to severe heatwave conditions are likely to continue over northwest and central India during the week and over east India during the next five days.

Greater Kashmir 20 May 2026 5:26 pm

DKS says 80 pc farmers support Bidadi township project, compensation from June

Bengaluru: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar (DKS) on Wednesday, May 20, said the state government is set to begin compensation distribution from the first week of June for farmers affected by the proposed Greater Bengaluru Township project near Bidadi in Ramanagara district. The announcement came after Shivakumar held a crucial meeting with farmers regarding Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 20 May 2026 4:54 pm

When will KCET result 2026 be released? Here's expected timeline for release of scorecards

The Karnataka Examinations Authority is expected to release the KCET 2026 results soon for exams held from April 22-24. Millions of students await these results, crucial for admissions to professional undergraduate courses like Engineering and Pharmacy. Candidates can check their scorecards on the KEA CET Portal using their application number and password.

The Times of India 20 May 2026 4:36 pm

Fishermen release rare 600-kg catshark back into sea near Mangaluru

Mangaluru : In a remarkable display of environmental responsibility, fishermen near Mangaluru caught a massive 600-kg catshark in their fishing nets but chose to release the rare marine creature back into the Arabian Sea instead of selling it for profit. The incident has drawn widespread appreciation on social media and among marine conservationists, who hailed Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 20 May 2026 4:02 pm

Karnataka womens commission chairperson emphasises Implementation of safety measures

She said that every institution should mandatorily implement safety measures in the wake of increase in instances of sexual harassment, sexual abuse, and mental harassment against women at workplaces

The Hindu 20 May 2026 2:32 pm

Karnataka womens commission chairperson expresses concern over increasing crimes against minors

Karnataka State Womens Commission Chairperson Nagalakshmi Choudhary has said that it was deeply disturbing that even after enacting several laws, crimes against minors had continued, which was a matter of concern

The Hindu 20 May 2026 2:24 pm

Live-in relationship: Karnataka High Court dismisses womans Habeas Corpus plea against adult daughter

The Karnataka High Court has dismissed a habeas corpus petition filed by a mother seeking a psychiatric evaluation of her adult daughter, who had chosen to live with her partner against her familys wishes. The Division Bench of Justice Suraj Govindaraj and Justice K. Manmadha Rao refused to entertain the plea after interacting with the [] The post Live-in relationship: Karnataka High Court dismisses womans Habeas Corpus plea against adult daughter appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 20 May 2026 2:12 pm

Supreme Court extends time till Aug 31 for holding Bengaluru civic body elections

The Supreme Court has granted an extension for Bengaluru civic body elections. The polls are now scheduled to be held by August 31. This decision follows a request from the Karnataka government citing manpower shortages. The court emphasized that no further extensions will be provided. The elections were due earlier but have been delayed since 2020.

The Economic Times 20 May 2026 1:50 pm

Three arrested for Rs 1.2 crore silver theft from Bengaluru jewellery shop

Bengaluru : Bagalagunte police have arrested three persons in connection with a major burglary at a jewellery shop in Bengaluru, where thieves allegedly escaped with nearly 70 kg of silver ornaments, cash and other valuables worth around Rs 1.2 crore. The accused have been identified as Suresh, Dhanaram and Nemichandra. Police said around 29 kg Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 20 May 2026 1:06 pm

Police alert public after house burglary cases in Dakshina Kannada

Mangaluru : Following a series of house burglary cases reported in Belthangady and Uppinangady areas over the past two days, Dakshina Kannada police have appealed to the public to remain alert and cooperate with the investigation. Police officials said suspicion has fallen on a man identified as Tangaccha alias Mathew alias Basheer, a resident of Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 20 May 2026 12:46 pm

Bengaluru teen develops RASTHE app to flag potholes and damaged footpaths

Bengaluru : Frustrated by Bengalurus worsening traffic congestion, pothole-ridden roads and damaged footpaths, a 14-year-old boy from the city has developed a unique tech-based solution aimed at improving civic infrastructure. The teenager, Surya Utkarsh, has created an innovative mobile application called RASTHE, which works in a style similar to the popular dating app Tinder. The Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 20 May 2026 12:31 pm

SIR timeline for Karnataka, training workshop for officers in Belagavi

SIR training workshop for divisional level officers

The Hindu 20 May 2026 12:27 pm

FIMER Announces Strategic Partnership With Redington Solar To Strengthen Pan India Distributor Network

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Business Wire India

The Hindu 20 May 2026 12:20 pm

Karnataka youths ride to Nepal and back in a 7k km, 22-day bike odyssey

Two young men from Bagalkot embarked on a 7,000 km motorcycle journey to Nepal's Muktinath temple, traversing four states in just 22 days. Their adventure included visits to numerous religious sites and the Himalayas. They navigated challenging terrains, extreme temperatures, and even encountered unexpected hospitality from a Nepali Gorkha soldier, making this expedition a truly unforgettable experience.

The Times of India 20 May 2026 11:52 am

Karnataka Congress Awaits Clarity on CM Post, Cabinet Expansion

Speculation over a possible leadership change intensified after Chief Minister Siddaramaiah completed two-and-a-half years in office

Deccan Chronicle 20 May 2026 11:25 am

Farmers urge Centre to supply required quantity of fertilisers to Karnataka

Karnatakas Agriculture Minister N. Chaluvarayaswamy had said that the State will face a shortage of 38,000 metric tonnes of fertiliser

The Hindu 20 May 2026 10:38 am

KKRDB approves action plan for 5,000 crore allocation in Karnataka budget

Of the 5,000 crore allocation, the Board decided to earmark 2,900 crore for micro and macro development projects, with 70% of the amount to be spent on micro-level works, and 30% on major infrastructure and development projects

The Hindu 20 May 2026 10:20 am

Karnataka: First Case Filed Against Shivanan Nilan in Investment Fraud

Belgaum, May 20: A private complaint has been filed against Shivanan Nilan, owner of Shivam Associates, at the Kagwad police station in Belgaum district for allegedly defrauding investors of crores of rupees. This case has created a sensation locally, as Nilan has already been accused of large-scale fraud. The complainant, Krishna Appanna Aparaj, alleged in ... Read more Karnataka: First Case Filed Against Shivanan Nilan in Investment Fraud

Udaipur Kiran 20 May 2026 7:48 am

Karnataka: First Case Filed Against Shivananad Neelanna for Multi-Crore Investment Fraud

Bengaluru, May 20: A significant investment fraud case has emerged in Belagavi, Karnataka. On Tuesday, a private complaint was filed against Shivananad Neelanna, the owner of Shivam Associates, at the Kagwad police station. He is accused of defrauding investors of crores of rupees. This incident has created a stir locally, as Neelanna has faced multiple ... Read more Karnataka: First Case Filed Against Shivananad Neelanna for Multi-Crore Investment Fraud

Morningstar 20 May 2026 7:42 am

Another dowry death: Karnataka woman dies by suicide over 'harassment, torture' by husband and in-laws

A 24-year-old woman, Aishwarya, died by suicide in Ballari, Karnataka, allegedly due to mental harassment and dowry torture from her husband and in-laws. Found hanging at her parents' home, her alleged death note points to abuse. Police have arrested her husband, a veterinarian, and are investigating the case under relevant sections of the law.

The Times of India 20 May 2026 7:12 am